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Monday, 19 October 2026Independent vape reviews, guides & culture

Pod Makers Are Quietly Standardising on USB-C. Finally.

Micro-USB is disappearing from new devices. Nobody will miss it.

News Desk1 min read
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USB-C cable on a black surface
Illustrative photo: Mishaal Zahed / Unsplash

Look at recent launches and one change stands out: USB-C has become the default on new pods and AIOs, with Micro-USB increasingly rare.

Why it matters

  • One cable for most of your devices
  • A sturdier, reversible connector
  • Generally better charging behaviour

For what the numbers on chargers mean, see USB-C charging explained.

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